VANGUARD B85. Motherboard

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1 VANGUARD B85 Motherboard

2 E8519 First Edition V1 August 2013 Copyright 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ( ASUS ). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit, without intent to infringe. Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software This product contains copyrighted software that is licensed under the General Public License ( GPL ), under the Lesser General Public License Version ( LGPL ) and/or other Free Open Source Software Licenses. Such software in this product is distributed without any warranty to the extent permitted by the applicable law. Copies of these licenses are included in this product. Where the applicable license entitles you to the source code of such software and/or other additional data, you may obtain it for a period of three years after our last shipment of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you want to have it shipped to, by sending a request to: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Legal Compliance Dept. 15 Li Te Rd., Beitou, Taipei 112 Taiwan In your request please provide the name, model number and version, as stated in the About Box of the product for which you wish to obtain the corresponding source code and your contact details so that we can coordinate the terms and cost of shipment with you. The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same license as the corresponding binary/object code. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information. ASUSTeK is eager to duly provide complete source code as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses. If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to the address [email protected], stating the product and describing the problem (please DO NOT send large attachments such as source code archives, etc. to this address). ii

3 Contents Safety information... iv About this guide... iv Package contents... vi VANGUARD B85 specifications summary... vi Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed Motherboard overview Central Processing Unit (CPU) System memory Expansion slots Jumpers Connectors Onboard LED Software support Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS BIOS setup program My Favorites Main menu Ai Tweaker menu Advanced menu Monitor menu Boot menu Tools menu Exit menu Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information...a-3 iii

4 Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company. If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may be exposed to moisture. Place the product on a stable surface. If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions fo the BIOS parameters are also provided. iv

5 Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package. Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when completing a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. Typography Bold text Italics <Key> <Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> Indicates a menu or an item to select. Used to emphasize a word or a phrase. Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key. Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key. If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). v

6 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS VANGUARD B85 motherboard Technical documentations, certification and warranty card Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS Q-Shield If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models. VANGUARD B85 specifications summary CPU LGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel Core TM i7/i5/i3, Pentium /Celeron Processors Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Supports Intel 22nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to for CPU support list. Intel B85 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 1600/1333 MHz, non-ecc, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Due to chipset limitation, memory modules higher than 1600MHz will run at 1600MHz frequency for better stability. ** Refer to or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot [black] (max. at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot 1 x PCI slot (continued on the next page) vi

7 VANGUARD B85 specifications summary VGA Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Audio USB Exclusive TUF Features Integrated graphics processor - Intel HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DP/HDMI/DVI/D-sub port - Supports DisplayPort 1.2* with max. resolution of 4096 x x - Supports HDMI with max. resolution of 4096 x x - Supports DVI with max.resolution of 1920 x - Supports D-sub with max. resolution of 1920 x Supports Intel InTru TM 3D/Quick sync Video/Clear Video HD Technology/ Insider TM Supports up to 3 displays simultaneously Maximum shared memory of 1024MB * DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor daisy chain up to 3 displays Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX TM Technology Intel B85 Express Chipset: - 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (brown) - 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (black) - Support Intel Rapid Start Technology, Intel Smart Connect Technology* * These functions will work depending on the CPU installed Intel I217V Gigabit LAN controller Realtek ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel Jack- Retasking Intel B85 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 2 x USB3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support - 4 x USB3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue) - 8 x USB2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at back panel) Ultimate COOL! Thermal Solution: - TUF Thermal Radar Core TUF ENGINE! Power Design: Digital Phase Power Design - TUF Components (Alloy Choke, 10K Ti--Cap & MOSFET, certified by military-standard) - ASUS DIGI+ VRM Safe & Stable! Guardian Angel: - ESD Guards (continued on the next page) vii

8 VANGUARD B85 specifications summary Other Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors - USB 3.0 Boost featuring speedy USB3.0 transmission - Ai Charger - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - AI Suite 3 - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS O.C. Profile - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - EZ Update - Disk Unlocker - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - Multi-language BIOS - Intel Small Business Advantage 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-sub port 1 x LAN (RJ45) port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I/O ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (19- pin, moss green) 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (brown) 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (black) 1 x CPU fan connector (4-pin black) for both 4-pin (PWM mode) and 3-pin (DC mode) CPU coolers control 4 x Chassis fan connectors (4-pin black) Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 24-pin EATX power connector 8-pin EATX 12V power connector System panel connector (Q-Connector) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x TPM Header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x COM port 1 x chassis intrusion jumper (continued on the next page) viii

9 VANGUARD B85 specifications summary BIOS Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form Factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.7, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers Anti-virus software (OEM version) ASUS/TUF CPU-Z ASUS utilities Network icontrol Windows 8 Windows 7 uatx Form Factor: 9.6 x 9.6 (24.4cm x 24.4cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. ix

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11 Product introduction Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage to motherboard components Placement direction When installing the motherboard, place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image Screw holes Place eight screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-1

12 Intel I217 V Place this side towards the rear of the chassis Motherboard layout cm(9.6in) KBMS_USB34 DIGI+ VRM CPU_FAN CHA_FAN3 DP_HDMI EATX12V DVI_VGA USB3_E34 LAN_USB3_5E2 LGA1150 DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) TPU CHA_FAN2 DRAM_LED EATXPWR 24.4cm(9.6in) 3 1 AUDIO BATTERY CPU_LED USB3_ VGA_LED PCIEX16_1 BOOT_DEVICE_LED 6 ASM 1083 PCIEX1_1 PCI1 Super I/O Intel B85 SATA6G_12 7 SATA6G_3 SB_PWR SATA6G_4 ALC 887 SPIDF_OUT CHA_FAN4 PCIEX16_2 TPM COM USB910 USB Mb BIOS USB1314 CHA_FAN1 PANEL SATA3G_56 8 AAFP CLRTC CHASSIS Chapter 1: Product introduction

13 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin ATX12V) Intel LGA1150 CPU socket CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~4) DDR3 DIMM slots USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) Onboard LED (SB_PWR) Intel B85 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4 [brown]) Intel B85 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~2 [black]) Chassis intrusion jumper (4-1 pin CHASSIS) Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) System panel connector (20-8 pin F_PANEL) USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM) TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the Intel 4th generation Core i7 / Core i5 / Core i3, Pentium, Celeron processors. VANGUARD B85 CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-3

14 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket. The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap Installing the CPU 1 A B Chapter 1: Product introduction

15 4 C 5 A B CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-5

16 To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction

17 1.4 System memory Overview This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Channel A Sockets DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 VANGUARD B pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Memory configurations You may install 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ecc DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory modules on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600MHz. Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following: - Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS if you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or less. Memory modules with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded X.M.P. Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU s capabilities and other installed devices. The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-7

18 The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Visit the ASUS website at: for the latest QVL. VANGUARD B85 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs DDR MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Apacer 78.BAGFF.AFC0C(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Apacer 78.BAGFR.AFD0C(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Apacer 78.CAGFF.AFD0C(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2666C10 (Ver4.13)(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2666C11 (Ver5.12)(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS G.SKILL F3-2666C11Q-32GTXD(XMP) 32GB ( 4x 8GB ) DS G.SKILL F3-2666CL10Q- 16GBZHD(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS GEIL GOC332GB2666C11QC(XMP) 32GB ( 4x 8GB ) DS Team TXD38G2666HC11CBK(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS A-DATA AX3U2400GC4G10(XMP) 4GB DS Apacer 783BAGF3.AFD0C(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS CORSAIR CMY16GX3M2A2400C10A (Ver4.21)(XMP) 16GB ( 8x 2GB ) DS CORSAIR CMY16GX3M2A2400C10R (Ver4.21)(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS G.SKIIL F3-2400C11Q-32GXM(XMP) 32GB ( 4x 8GB ) DS G.SKILL F CL9Q- 16GBZMD(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS GEIL GOC316GB2400C11QC(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX24C11T3K4/32X(XMP) 32GB ( 4x 8GB ) DS Patriot PXD38G2400C11K(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Team TXD38G2400HC10QBK(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS DDR MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs A-DATA AX3U2133XW8G10(XMP) 8GB DS Apacer AHU04GFB33CAQ3R(XMP) 4GB DS CORSAIR CMD32GX3M4A2133C9 (Ver4.21)(XMP) 32GB ( 4x 8GB ) DS CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A2133C11R (Ver4.21)(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS G.SKILL F3-2133C10Q-32GSR(XMP) 32GB ( 4x 8GB ) DS G.SKILL F3-2133C11Q-32GZL(XMP) 32GB ( 4x 8GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX2133C11D3K4/ 16GX(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX21C11T3FK8/64X(XMP) 64GB ( 8x 8GB ) DS Patriot PXD38G2133C11K(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Team TLD38G2133HC11ABK(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS Chapter 1: Product introduction

19 DDR MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip DIMM socket Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs A-DATA AX3U1866XW8G10(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS CORSAIR CMY16GX3M2A1866C9 (Ver 4.21)(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS CORSAIR CMY8GX3M2A1866C9 (Ver3.24)(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS G.SKILL F CL10Q- 32GBZL(XMP) 32GB ( 4x 8GB ) DS G.SKILL F CL9Q-16GBZL(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3K2/8GX(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Patriot PXD38G1866ELK(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Team TED38GM1866C13BK 8GB DS Hynix H5TQ4G83AFR Team TLD38G1866HC10SBK(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS DDR MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size DIMM socket SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs A-DATA AD3U1600C2G11 2GB SS MIC RON D9PFJ A-DATA AD3U1600C4G11 4GB DS MIC RON D9PFJ A-DATA AD3U1600W4G11 4GB SS A-D 3WCD-1211A ATA A-DATA AD3U1600W8G11 8GB DS A-D ATA 3WCD-1211A A-DATA AX3U1600GW8G9(XMP) 16GB(2x 8GB ) DS A-DATA AX3U1600W8G11 16GB(2x 8GB ) DS A-DATA AXDU1600GW8G9B(XMP) 16GB(2x 8GB ) DS AMD AE32G1609U1-U 2GB SS AMD 23EY4587MB6H AMD AE34G1609U2-U 4GB DS AMD 23EY4587MB6H AMD AP38G1608U2K(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB ) DS Apacer 78.B1GE3.9L10C 4GB DS Apa cer AM5D5908D EQSCK Apacer 78.B1GET.9K00C 4GB SS Apa cer AM5D6008B QQSCK Apacer 78.C1GET.9K10C 8GB DS Apa cer AM5D6008B QQSCK Apacer AHU04GFA60C9Q1D(XMP) 4GB DS Apacer AHU04GFA60C9Q3R(XMP) 4GB DS Apacer AHU08GFA60CBT3R(XMP) 8GB DS Asint SLA302G08-EGG1C(XMP) 4GB DS Asint 302G08-GG1C Asint SLA302G08-EGJ1C(XMP) 4GB DS Asint 302G08-GJ1C Asint SLA302G08-EGN1C 4GB DS ASint 302G08-GN1C - - Asint SLA304G08-ENG1B 4GB SS Asint 304G08-GN1B Asint SLB304G08-EGJ1B(XMP) 8GB DS Asint SLB304G08-EGN1B 8GB DS ASint 304G08-GN1B - - Asint SLZ302G08-EGN1C 2GB SS ASint 302G08-GN1C - - AVEXIR AVD3U G-2CW(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB ) DS CORSAIR CMD16GX3M2A1600C9 (Ver8.21)(XMP) 16GB(2x 8GB ) DS CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A1600C8 (Ver5.12)(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB ) DS CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A1600C9 (Ver2.12)(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB ) DS CORSAIR CML16GX3M2A1600C10 (Ver2.21)(XMP) 16GB(2x 8GB ) DS CORSAIR CML16GX3M4X1600C8 (Ver 2.12)(XMP) 16GB(4x 4GB ) DS - - Heat-Sink Package 1.5 CORSAIR CML8GX3M2A1600C9 (Ver7.12)(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB ) DS CORSAIR CMV8GX3M1A1600C11 8GB DS CORSAIR CMX8GX3M2A1600C9 (Ver3.19)(XMP) 8GB(2x 4GB ) SS CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M2A1600C10 (Ver.3.24)(XMP) 16GB(2x 8GB ) DS CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9(XMP) 16GB(4x 4GB ) DS continued on the next page ASUS VANGUARD B85 1-9

20 DDR MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size DIMM socket SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs CMZ32GX3M4X1600C10 CORSAIR (Ver2.2)(XMP) 32GB ( 4x 8GB ) DS CORSAIR CMZ4GX3M1A1600C9 ( Ver8.16)(XMP) 4GB ( 1x 4GB ) DS CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M1A1600C10 (Ver3.23)(XMP) 8GB ( 1x 8GB ) DS CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M1A1600C10 (Ver8.21)(XMP) 8GB ( 1x 8GB ) DS CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1600C8(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9 (Ver8.16)(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Crucial BLT4G3D1608DT1 TX0.16FM(XMP) 4GB DS Elixir M2X2G64CB88G7N-DG(XMP) 2GB SS Elixir N2CB2G80 GN-DG Elixir M2X4G64CB8HG5N-DG(XMP) 4GB DS Elixir N2CB2G8 0GN-DG G.SKILL F CL9D-8GBSR2(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS G.SKILL F CL9Q-16GBXL(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS G.Skill F CL9Q-16GBZL(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS G.SKILL F3-1600C9Q-32GXM(XMP) 32GB ( 4x 8GB ) DS GEIL GUP34GB1600C7DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS GEIL GVP38GB1600C8QC(XMP) 8GB ( 4x 2GB ) DS Hynix HMT351U6CFR8C-PB 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83CFR - - Hynix HMT41GU6MFR8C-PB 8GB DS Hynix H5TQ4G83MFR - - KINGMAX FLGE85F-C8KL9A(XMP) 2GB SS KING MAX N/A KINGMAX FLGF65F-C8KL9A(XMP) 4GB DS KING MAX N/A KINGSTON KHX16009CD3K2/8GX(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3B1/4G(XMP) 4GB SS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP) 12GB ( 3x 4GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K4/16GX(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K6/24GX(XMP) 24GB ( 6x 4GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K8/32GX(XMP) 32GB ( 8x 4GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3LK2/8GX(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2/8G 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX16C10B1K2/16X(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX16C9K2/16 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS KINGSTON KHX16C9P1K2/16 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS KINGSTON KVR16N11/4 4GB DS KINGS D2568JPU TON CPGGBU KINGSTON KVR16N11/4 4G DS Hynix H5TQ2G83 CFRPBC MICRON MT16JTF1G64AZ-1G6D1 8GB DS MIC RON D9PBC Micron MT16JTF1G64AZ-1G6E1 8GB DS Micron D9QBJ - - MICRON MT16KTF51264AZ-1G6M1 4GB DS MIC RON D9PFJ MICRON MT16KTF51264AZ-1G6M1 4GB DS MIC RON D9PFJ - - Micron MT8JTF51264AZ-1G6E1 4GB SS Micron D9QBJ - - MICRON MT8KTF25664AZ-1G6M1 2GB SS MICR ON D9PFJ - - Patriot PGD316G1600ELK(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS Patriot PGD316G1600ELK(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS Patriot PGD38G1600ELK(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Patriot PGD38G1600ELK(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Patriot PV316G160C9QKRD(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS Patriot PV38G160C9KRD(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Patriot PVV38G1600LLK(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Patriot PX538G1600LLK(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Patriot PX7312G1600LLK(XMP) 12GB ( 3x 4GB ) DS Patriot PXD38G1600LLK(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS PSC AL9F8L93B-GN2E 4GB SS PSC A3P4GF3BLF - - PSC ALAF8L93B-GN2E 8GB DS PSC A3P4GF3BLF - - continued on the next page 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction

21 DDR MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size DIMM socket SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs H5TQ2G83B SanMax SMD-4G68HP-16KZ 4GB DS Hynix FRPBC SanMax SMD-4G68NG-16KK 4GB DS ELP IDA J2108BDBG -GN-F - - Silicon Power SP002GBLTU160V02(XMP) 2GB SS S-PO WER 20YT5NG Silicon Power SP004GBLTU160V02(XMP) 4GB DS S-PO WER 20YT5NG Team TED34GM1600C11BK 4GB DS Hynix H5TC2G83EFR Team TED38G1600HC11BK 8GB DS Team TED38GM1600C11BK 8GB DS Hynix H5TQ4G83AFR Team TLD34G1600HC9BK(XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS Team TLD38G1600HC9BK(XMP) 16GB ( 2x 8GB ) DS Team TXD34096M1600HC9-D(XMP) 4GB DS Hynix H5TC2G83 BFRH9A Transcend JM1600KLH-8G(626633) 8GB DS Trans cend TK963EBF3 - - Transcend TS1GLK64V6H(620945) 8GB DS SAMS UNG K4B4G0846B - - Transcend TS1GLK64W6H 8GB DS SAMS UNG K4B4G0846B Transcend TS512MLK64W6H 4GB SS SAMS UNG K4B4G0846B DDR MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size DIMM socket SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs AMD AE32G1339U1-U 2GB SS AMD 23EY4587MB3H AMD AE34G1339U2-U 4GB DS AMD 23EY4587MB3H Apacer 78.B1GDE.9L10C 4GB DS Apacer AM5D5908CEHSBG 9 - Asint SLA302G08-EDJ1C 2GB SS ASint 302G08-DJ1C - - Asint SLA304G08-EDJ1B 4GB SS Asint 304G08-DJ1B Asint SLB304G08-EDJ1B 8GB DS Asint 304G08-DJ1B Asint SLZ302G08-EDJ1C 4GB DS ASint 302G08-DJ1C - - BUFFALO D3U1333-1G 1GB SS Elpida J1108BFBG-DJ-F - - BUFFALO D3U1333-2G 2GB DS Elpida J1108BFBG-DJ-F - BUFFALO D3U1333-4G 4GB DS NANYA NT5CB256M8BN-CG - CORSAIR CMV8GX3M1A1333C9 8GB DS CORSAIR CMV8GX3M2A1333C9 8GB (2x 4GB) DS - N/A CORSAIR CMX16GX3M2A133 3C9 (Ver3.24) 16GB (2x 8GB) DS CORSAIR CMX4GX3M1A1333 C9 (Ver2.12) 4GB (1x 4GB) DS CORSAIR CMX4GX3M1A1333 C9 (Ver5.11) 4GB (1x 4GB) DS CORSAIR CMX8GX3M1A133 3C9 (Ver2.2) 8GB DS CORSAIR CMX8GX3M2A133 3C9(XMP) 8GB (2x 4GB) DS Elixir M2F2G64CB88G7N-CG 2GB SS Elxir N2CB2G80GN-CG - - ELPIDA EBJ41UF8BCF0-DJ-F 4GB DS ELPIDA J2108BCSE-DJ-F - - G.SKILL F CL9D-8GBXL 8GB (2x 4GB) DS GEIL GG34GB1333C9DC 4GB (2x 2GB) DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA15B GEIL GVP34GB1333C9DC 4GB (2x 2GB) DS GEIL GVP38GB1333C7QC 8GB (4x 2GB) DS GEIL GVP38GB1333C9DC 8GB (2x 4GB) DS INNODISK M3UN-2GHJBC09 2GB SS Hynix H5TQ2G83CFRH9C INNODISK M3UN-4GHJAC09 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83CFRH9C KINGMAX FLFE85F-C8KL9 2GB SS KINGMAX KFC8FNLBF-GXX-12A - - KINGMAX FLFE85F-C8KL9 2GB SS KINGMAX KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A - - KINGMAX FLFF65F-C8KL9 4GB DS KINGMAX KFC8FNLBF-GXX-12A - - KINGMAX FLFF65F-C8KL9 4GB DS KINGMAX KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A - - KINGSTON KVR1333D3E9S/4G 4GB DS Elpida J2108ECSE-DJ-F KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9H/4G 4GB DS ELPIDA J2108BDBG-GN-F continued on the next page ASUS VANGUARD B

22 DDR MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size DIMM socket SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9H/8G 8GB DS ELPIDA J4208EASE-DJ-F KINGSTON KVR13N9S8H/4 4GB SS ELPIDA J4208BBBG-GN-F Mach Xtreme MXD3U133316GQ 16GB (4x 4GB) DS Mach Xtreme MXD3V13332GS 2GB SS Mach Xtreme C2S46D30-D MICRON MT16JTF1G64AZ-1G4D1 8GB DS MICRON D9PCP - - MICRON MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4M1 2GB SS MICRON D9PFJ - - Patriot PG38G1333EL(XMP) 8GB DS Patriot PGD316G1333ELK(XMP) 16GB (2x 8GB) DS RiDATA C304627CB1AG22Fe 2GB DS RiDATA C304627CB1AG22Fe 9 - RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 4GB DS RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 9 - Silicon Power SP001GBLTU133S02 1GB SS S-POWER 10YT3E5 9 - Silicon Power SP002GBLTU133V02 2GB SS S-POWER 20YT3NG Silicon Power SP004GBLTU133V02 4GB DS S-POWER 20YT3NG Team TED34096M1333HC9 4GB DS Team T3D2568LT Team TED34GM1333C9BK 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2GB83CFR Team TED38G1333HC9BK 8GB DS Team TED38GM1333C9BK 8GB DS Hynix H5TQ4G83AFR Transcend JM1333KLH-8G(623654) 8GB DS Transcend TK963EBF3 - - Transcend TS1GLK64V3H(620053) 8GB DS MICRON D9QBJ - - Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the beige slots or the brown slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the beige and brown slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at for the latest QVL Chapter 1: Product introduction

23 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket in the wrong direction to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 3 Locked Retaining Clip Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force Remove the DIMM from the socket. DIMM notch ASUS VANGUARD B

24 1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 PCI1 PCIEX16_2 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 3 PCI x1 slot 4 PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction

25 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H SATA Controller 0 shared SATA Controller 1 shared SMBUS Controller shared Thermal Controller shared USB2.0 Controller 0 shared USB2.0 Controller 1 shared PCIe x16_1 shared PCIe x16_2 shared PCIe x1_1 shared PCI1 shared Intel LAN shared ASUS VANGUARD B

26 1.6 Jumpers 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. CLRTC Normal (Default) VANGUARD B85 Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values Chapter 1: Product introduction

27 1.7 Connectors Rear panel connectors PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse. 2. DisplayPort. This port is for a DisplayPort-compatible devices. 3. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link OFF 10Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection Orange Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection (Blinking) Orange (Blinking then steady) Ready to wake up from S5 mode Activity Link LED LAN port Speed LED 5. Center / Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. 6. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear speakers in a 4.1 channel, 5.1 channel, or 7.1 channel audio configuration. 7. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 8. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4.1, 5.1, and 7.1 channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 9. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. 10. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speaker in an 8-channel audio configuration. ASUS VANGUARD B

28 Refer to the audio configuration table for the function of the audio ports in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1 channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 4.1 channel 5.1 channel 7.1 channel 2.1 channel Light Blue Line In Line in Line in Line in Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic in Mic in Orange - - Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer Black - Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray Side Speaker Out 11. USB 3.0 ports 5 and E2. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. 12. USB 3.0 ports E3 and E4. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows operating system. Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a Windows OS environment and after USB 3.0 driver installation. USB 3.0 devices can only be used for data storage. We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices. 13. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. DVI-D can t be converted to output RGB Signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. 14. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. Intel display architecture design supports the following maximum supported pixel clocks (Pixel Clock = H total x V Total x Frame Rate (Screen refresh rate)): - DisplayPort port: 553 MHz - HDMI port: 300 MHz - DVI port: 165 MHz - VGA port: 180 MHz 15. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices Chapter 1: Product introduction

29 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC PIN 1 +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK +5 Volts +5 Volts +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts PSON# -12 Volts +3 Volts VANGUARD B85 ATX power connectors We recommend that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0 compliant power supply unit (PSU) with a minimum of 300W power rating. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up. We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at com/powersupplycalculator/pscalculator.aspx?slanguage=en-us for details. 2. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT SPDIF_OUT VANGUARD B85 Digital audio connector ASUS VANGUARD B

30 3. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. A NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AAFP PIN 1 PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A NC NC NC PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition VANGUARD B85 Front panel audio connector MIC2 MICPWR Line out_r NC Line out_l Legacy AC 97 compliant definition We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard s high-definition audio capability. If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. If you want to connect an AC 97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD]. See section Onboard Devices Configuration for details. 4. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. TPM SB_SUS_STAT +3VSB SMBSCL LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# FRAME PCICLK PIN 1 RESET GPIO SERIRQ SMBSDA LAD1 LAD2 PWROWN VANGUARD B85 TPM connector The TPM module is purchased separately Chapter 1: Product introduction

31 5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1~4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. A CPU_FAN B CHA_FAN3 C CHA_FAN2 A CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN +5V CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN +5V B C D CHA_FAN4 E CHA_FAN1 D VANGUARD B85 E +5V CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR +5V CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR VANGUARD B85 Fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! Ensure that the CPU FAN cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. ASUS VANGUARD B

32 6. Chassis intrusion jumper (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This jumper is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this jumper. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default, the pin labeled Chassis Signal and Ground are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal VANGUARD B85 VANGUARD B85 Chassis intrusion connector PIN 1 7. Intel B85 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~4 [brown]) This connector connects to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. SATA6G_1 RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_3 RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 SATA6G_4 RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 VANGUARD B85 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section SATA Configuration for details Chapter 1: Product introduction

33 8. Intel B85 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_5~6 [black]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. SATA3G_5 RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 VANGUARD B85 RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 SATA3G_6 VANGUARD B85 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section SATA Configuration for details. ASUS VANGUARD B

34 9. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. COM RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 DCD TXD RTS RI VANGUARD B85 VANGUARD B85 Serial port connector The COM module is purchased separately. 10. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. USB3_12 VANGUARD B85 PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRX- IntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSTX- IntA_P1_SSTX+ IntA_P1_D- IntA_P1_D+ USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRX- IntA_P2_SSRX+ IntA_P2_SSTX- IntA_P2_SSTX+ IntA_P2_D- IntA_P2_D+ VANGUARD B85 USB3.0 Front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately Chapter 1: Product introduction

35 11. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL +PWR_LED SPEAKER PIN 1 HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground PWR_LED+ PWR_LED- +5V Ground Ground Speaker VANGUARD B85 +HDD_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply VANGUARD B85 System panel connector System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS VANGUARD B

36 12. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to 480Mbps connection speed. USB910 USB1112 USB1314 PIN 1 VANGUARD B85 PIN 1 VANGUARD B85 USB2.0 connectors PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P11- USB_P11+ NC USB+5V USB_P12- USB_P12+ USB+5V USB_P9- USB_P9+ NC USB+5V USB_P10- USB_P10+ USB+5V USB_P13- USB_P13+ NC USB+5V USB_P14- USB_P14+ Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1.8 Onboard LED 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR ON Standby Power VANGUARD B85 Onboard LED OFF Powered Off 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction

37 1.9 Software support Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows 7 (32bit/64bit) and Windows 8 (32bit/64bit) Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at for updates. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which lists the unique features of your ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, Contact and Specials tabs to display their respective menus. The following screen is for reference only. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ASUS VANGUARD B

38 1.9.3 Intel SBA support Intel SBA (Small Business Advantage) is a combination of hardware and software that provides unique security and productivity capabilities designed for small businesses. Intel SBA requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed. Some models without the 5MB ME firmware do not support Intel SBA. Please refer to the spec sheet for details. Platform requirements: Windows 7 (32/64bit)/Windows 8 (32/64bit) Lynx Point PCH with Core Haswell CPU (Shark Bay platforms) with 5MB ME 9.0 firmware load CPU and chipsets requirements: * Intel Core i3/i5/i7 with one of these chipsets: B85, H87, Q87 * Intel Core i5/i7 vpro with one of these chipsets: B85, H87, Q87 The Intel Management Engine software kit must be installed (The Local Manageability Service and the Intel Management Engine Interface must be installed and running.) Local Administrator rights on the target machine The Intel SBA does not support the 800 x 600 screen resolution. Visit the ASUS website at for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List) Chapter 1: Product introduction

39 BIOS information Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard s softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. With this utlity, you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Click to check for the latest BIOS from the Internet Click to find and select the BIOS from file Click to select a boot logo Click to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). The screenshot in this section may vary by models. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-1

40 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press <Enter> to enable it. 3. Press <Tab> to switch to the Drive field. 4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press <Enter>. 5. Press <Tab> to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press <Enter> to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. This function supports USB flash disks formatted using FAT32/16 on a single partition only. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started

41 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into B85VA.CAP. The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port. 3. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press <F5> to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in a DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive formatted using FAT32/16 on a single partition. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at and save them on the USB flash drive. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in NTFS format. 3. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-3

42 Booting the system to a DOS environment 1. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer. When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device. 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. VANGUARD B /26/2013 B85VA.CAP :25: Chapter 2: Getting started

43 3. Press <Tab> to switch between screen fields and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select the BIOS file and press <Enter>. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update. 4. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your computer. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! For BIOS Updater version 1.30 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.10 Exit menu for details. Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-5

44 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: Press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>, POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: Press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> simultaneously. Press the reset button on the system chassis. Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. Do this option only if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options. Using the power button, reset button, or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys to force reset from a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system. We recommend you always shut down the system properly from the operating system. The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. Visit the ASUS website at to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey F5. See section 2.10 Exit Menu for details. If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 for the advanced BIOS settings. 2-6 Chapter 2: Getting started

45 The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 2.8 Boot menu for details. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, and CPU/chassis fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced mode functions Power saving mode Selects the boot device priority SATA information Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority Loads optimized default Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press <F7>. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-7

46 Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Submenu item Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Last modified settings Quick note Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. Press <Esc> or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen. 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started

47 Submenu items A greater than sign (>) before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter>. Pop-up window Select a menu item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to display the other items on the screen. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. General help For the navigation key, it s only available in English. If you delete the default shortcuts, they will appear on your next system bootup. At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you can change the value of the field opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it and press <Enter> to display a list of options. Quick Note button This button allows you to enter notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. Last Modified button The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. You can only use the English letters to type your notes. This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. ASUS VANGUARD B85 2-9

48 2.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add. When using a mouse, hover the pointer to the item. 2. Press <F4> on your keyboard or right-click on your mouse to add the item to My Favorites page. You cannot add the following items to My Favorites: Items with submenu options User-configurable items such as language and boot device order Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting started

49 2.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings System Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] [Español] [Русский] [한국어] System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system time Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed. ASUS VANGUARD B

50 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>. 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>. 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>. 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>. 3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>. 4. Confirm the password when prompted. To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. User Password If you have set a user password, you must enter the user password for accessing the system. The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed. To set a user password: 1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>. 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change a user password: 1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>. 3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>. 4. Confirm the password when prompted. To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed Chapter 2: Getting started

51 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display the other items. Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : xxxxmhz Displays the target CPU Turbo-Mode speed. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxmhz Displays the target DRAM speed. Target Cache Speed : xxxxmhz Displays the target Cache speed. Target DMI/PEG Clock : xxxxmhz Displays the target DMI/PEG clock. Target igpu Speed : xxxxmhz Displays the target igpu speed ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] Set to [Auto] for optimized performance under XMP/Manual/User-defined memory frequency mode. Allows you to set to default core ratio settings. ASUS VANGUARD B

52 2.5.2 CPU Core Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU core ratio automatically or manually. [Auto] Sets all CPU Core Ratio to Intel CPU default settings automatically. [Sync All Cores] Allows you to set CPU Core Ratio settings for all cores. [Per Core] Allows you to set CPU Core Ratio individually. The following two items appear only when you set the CPU Core Ratio to [Sync All Cores] or [Per Core]. 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Limit value, which should be higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-/3-/4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] These items become configurable only when you set the CPU Core Ratio item to [Per Core] Min. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the uncore ratio of the processor to its possible minimum value. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] ~ [30] Max. CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the uncore ratio of the processor to its possible maximum value. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] ~ [30] BCLK Frequency : DRAM Frequency Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the BCLK frequency to DRAM frequency ratio. [Auto] DRAM frequency is set to the optimized settings. [100:133] The BCLK frequency to DRAM frequency ratio is set to 100:133. [100:100] The BCLK frequency to DRAM frequency ratio is set to 100: DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. The configuration options vary with the BCLK/PEG Frequency item settings. Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting Max. CPU Graphics Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Graphics maximum ratio. The maximum ratio is 60x. Use <+>/<-> to adjust the value Chapter 2: Getting started

53 2.5.8 GPU Boost [As is] Allows you to enable the GPU Boost to accelerate the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance. Configuration options: [As is] [Enabled] EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key. Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings. Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [31 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [31 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# PRE Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [31 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# ACT Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [63 DRAM Clock] DRAM COMMAND Rate [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [2 DRAM Clock] [3 DRAM Clock] Secondary Timings DRAM RAS# to RAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM REF Cycle Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [511 DRAM Clock] DRAM Refresh Interval [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [65535 DRAM Clock] DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [16 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to PRE Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [255 DRAM Clock] ASUS VANGUARD B

54 DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM CAS# Write to Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [31 DRAM Clock] RTL IOL control DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R1D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R1D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R1D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R1D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D1 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D1 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] 2-16 Chapter 2: Getting started

55 Third Timings trdrd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [7 DRAM Clock] trdrd_dr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] trdrd_dd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] twrrd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [63 DRAM Clock] twrrd_dr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] twrrd_dd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] twrwr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [7 DRAM Clock] twrwr_dr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] twrwr_dd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] Dec_WRD [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] trdwr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [31 DRAM Clock] trdwr_dr [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [31 DRAM Clock] trdwr_dd [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [31 DRAM Clock] MISC MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [14] Channel A DIMM Control [Enable Bot...] Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Channel B DIMM Control [Enable Bot...] Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] ASUS VANGUARD B

56 Scrambler Setting [Optimized...] Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] MCH Full Check [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MCH Full Check function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Skew Control Adjust these items may enhance the DRAM overclocking capability and stability. Transmitter Rising Slope [Auto] Configuration options: [0] ~ [31] DIGI+ VRM Transmitter Fallng Slope [Auto] Configuration options: [0] ~ [31] Transmitter Control Time [Auto] Configuration options: [0] ~ [31] Receiver Rising Slope [Auto] Configuration options: [0] ~ [31] Receiver Fallng Slope [Auto] Configuration options: [0] ~ [31] Receiver Control Time [Auto] Configuration options: [0] ~ [31] CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. This item allows you to adjust the voltage range from the following percentages to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High), and 100% (Extreme). Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response, and the thermal component. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to Manual Mode. The thermal conditions should be monitored. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This item becomes configurable only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency item to [Auto] and allows you to enable the spread spectrum to enhance system stability. CPU Power Phase Control [Standard] Allows you to set the power phase based on the CPU. Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] 2-18 Chapter 2: Getting started

57 DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to [Extreme]. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal conditions of every component. [T. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to maintain the current VRM balance. CPU Current Capability [Auto] Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. CPU Power Thermal Control [130] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the O.C. potential. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values depend on the CPU installed. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to enable your core processor s speed to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Turbo Mode is only available on selected CPU models only. The following first three items appear only when you set the Turbo Mode to [Enabled]. Turbo Mode Parameters Long Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to limit the turbo ratio s long duration package power. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. ASUS VANGUARD B

58 Package Power Time Window [Auto] Allows you to set the package power time window. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Short Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to limit the turbo ratio s long duration power. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. CPU Integrated VR Current Limit [Auto] Allows you to limit the CPU Integrated VR current Use <+> and <-> key to adjust the value. CPU Internal Power Switching Frequency Frequency Tuning Mode [Auto] Allows you to set the frequency tuning mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [+] [-] CPU Internal Power Fault Control Thermal Feedback [Auto] When enabled, it allows CPU to take precautionary actions when the thermal of the external regulator exceeds the limit.configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Integrated VR Fault Management [Auto] Allows you to manage the CPU Integrated VR fault. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] Allows you to manage the CPU integrated VR efficiency. Configuration options: [Auto] [High Performance] [Balanced] Power Decay Mode [Auto] Enable to improve power saving on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as the processor enters low current mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Idle Power-in Response [Auto] Allows you to set the idle power-in response. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Idle Power-out Response [Auto] Allows you to set the idle power-out response. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Power Current Slope [Auto] Allows you to set the power current slope. Configuration options: [Auto] [Level 4] [Level 3] [Level 2] [Level 1] [Level 0] ]Level -1] [Level -2] [Level -3] [Level -4]. Power Current Offset [Auto] Allows you to set the power current offset. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [87.5%] [75%] [62.5%] [50%] [37.5%] [25%] [12.5%] [0%] [-12.5%] [-25%] [-37.5%] [-50.0%] [-62.5%] [-75%] [-87.5%] [-100%] 2-20 Chapter 2: Getting started

59 Power Fast Ramp Response [Auto] Allows you to set the power fast ramp response. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. CPU Internal Power Saving Control Power Saving Level 1 Threshhold [Auto] Allows you to set the power saving level 1 threshhold. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Power Saving Level 2 Threshhold [Auto] Allows you to set the power saving level 2 threshhold. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Power Saving Level 3 Threshhold [Auto] Allows you to set the power saving level 3 threshhold. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value Extreme Over-voltage [Disabled] By default, this item is set to [Disabled] and helps provide over voltage protection for the CPU. When you set this item to [Enabled], you can select voltage settings for overclocking, but this will not guarantee the CPU s lifespan CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU core voltage. Increase the voltage when increasing the core frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode]. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Core Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU core voltage override. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode]. Offset Mode Sign [+] This item allows you to set the offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-] CPU Core Voltage Offset [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode] and allows you to set the CPU core voltage offset. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. The following two items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Adaptive Mode]. ASUS VANGUARD B

60 Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the additional turbo mode CPU core voltage. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. Total Adaptive Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the total adaptive mode CPU core voltage. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval CPU Cache Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU Cache voltage. Increase the cache voltage when increasing the ring frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode]. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Cache Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Cache Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU Cache voltage override. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Cache Voltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode]. Offset Mode Sign [+] This item allows you to set the offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-] CPU Cache Voltage Offset [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Cache Voltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode] and allows you to set the CPU cache voltage offset. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. The following two items appear only when you set the CPU Cache Voltage to [Adaptive Mode]. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Cache Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the additional turbo mode CPU cache voltage. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. Total Adaptive Mode CPU Cache Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the total adaptive mode CPU cache voltage. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU graphics voltage. Increase the graphics voltage when increasing the CPU graphics frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] Chapter 2: Getting started

61 The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU graphics voltage override. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode]. Offset Mode Sign [+] This item allows you to set the offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-] CPU Graphics Voltage Offset [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Offset Mode] or [Adaptive Mode] and allows you to set the CPU graphics voltage offset. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval. The following two items appear only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Adaptive Mode]. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the additional turbo mode CPU graphics voltage. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval. Total Adaptive Mode CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the total adaptive mode CPU graphics voltage. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V with a 0.001V interval CPU System Agent Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] This item allows you to set the CPU system agent voltage offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-]. CPU System Agent Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU system agent voltage offset. Increase the value when increasing DRAM frequency. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval CPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] This item allows you to set the CPU analog I/O voltage offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-]. ASUS VANGUARD B

62 CPU Analog I/O Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU analog I/O voltage offset. Increase the value when increasing DRAM frequency. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval CPU Digital I/O Voltage Offset Mode Sign [+] This item allows you to set the CPU digital I/O voltage offset mode sign. Configuration options: [+] [-]. CPU Digital I/O Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU digital I/O voltage offset. Increase the value when increasing DRAM frequency. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V with a 0.001V interval SVID Control [Auto] Disabling SVID Control stops the processor from commmunicating with the external voltage regulator. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Input Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU input voltage. The values range from 0.800V to 2.700V with a 0.010V interval DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM Voltage. The values range from 1.200V to 1.920V with a V interval PCH Core Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The minimum voltage is V and the maximum voltage varies with DRAM voltage.with a V interval. The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings PCH VLX Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the voltage for the I/O on the PCH. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from V to V with a V interval DRAM CTRL REF Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM CTRL REF Voltage. The values range from x to x with a x interval DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA. The values range from x to x with a x interval Chapter 2: Getting started

63 DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB. The values range from x to x with a x interval CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Automatic configuration. Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 2.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. ASUS VANGUARD B

64 Hyper-threading [Enabled] The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors to the operating system, allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processes simultaneously. [Enabled] Two threads per activated core are enabled. [Disabled] Only one thread per activated core is enabled. Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0). Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one system to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to automatically analyze the requirements and prefetch data and codes for the CPU. [Disabled] Disables this function. Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to perform adjacent cache line prefetching. [Disabled] Disables this function. Boot performance mode [Max Non-Tu...] This item allows you to select the boot performance mode. Configuration options: [Max Non- Turbo Performance] [Max battery] [Turbo Performance] CPU Power Management Configuration This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU s power. EIST [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed Chapter 2: Getting started

65 Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to set the processor cores to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode is only available on selected CPU models only. CPU C states [Enabled] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Enabled] Enables the CPU C states. [Disabled] Disables the CPU C states. The following items appear only when you set the CPU C states to [Enabled]. Enhanced C1 state [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Enables enhanced C1 state. Disables enhanced C1 state. Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] C6 Latency [Short] Allows you to choose short or long latency for C6. Configuration options: [Short] [Long] CPU C7 Report [CPU C7s] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C7 report to OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [CPU C7] [CPU C7s] C7 Latency [Long] Allows you to choose short or long latency for C6. Configuration options: [Short] [Long] Package C State Support [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the whole C-State package support. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [CPU C7] [CPU C7s] PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration DMI Link ASPM Control [Auto] Allows you to control the Active State Power Managemennt on both NB and SB side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to set the ASPM support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [L0s] [L1] L0sL1]. ASUS VANGUARD B

66 PCIe Speed [Auto] Allows you to select the PCI Express port speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start Technology. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the Intel Rapid Start Technology to [Enabled]. Entry on S3 RTC Wake [Enabled] The system automatically wakes up and set to Rapid Start Technology S4 mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Entry After [0] Allows you to set the wake-up time.the values range from 0 (immediately) to 120. Active Page Threshold Support [Enabled] The system automatically set itself to sleep when the partition size is not enough for Rapid Start Technology to work. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Active Memory Threshold [0] Key in the value for the additional partition size for Rapid Start Technology to work. Ensure that the caching partition size is larger than the total memory size. Hybrid Hard Disk Support [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable hybrid hard disk support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel Smart Connect Technology [Disabled] ISCT Configuration [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ISCT configuration. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port Chapter 2: Getting started

67 SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE] Set to [IDE] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands. Aggressive LPM Support [Auto] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [AHCI] and allows you to enable or disable PCH entering link power state aggressively. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] IDE Legacy / Native Mode Selection [Native] This item appears only when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [IDE]. Configuration options: [Native] [Legacy] S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA 6G 1~4 [Brown], SATA 3G 5~6 [Black]) These items appear only when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [AHCI] and allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] System Agent Configuration CPU Audio Device [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable CPU SA Audio Device. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] DVI Port Audio [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the DVI port. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration Allows you to select a primary display from igpu, and PCIe graphical devices. Primary Display [Auto] Allows you to select which of the igpu/pcie Graphics device should be the Primary Display. Configuration options: [Auto] [IGPU] [PCIE] [PCI] igpu Memory [Auto] Allows you to select the amount of system memory allocated to DVMT 5.0 used by the igpu. Configuration options: [Auto] [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M] [160M] [192M] [224M] [256M] [288M][320M] [352M] [384M] [416M] [448M] [480M] [512M] [1024M] ASUS VANGUARD B

68 Render Standby [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable Intel Graphics Render Standby support to reduce igpu power use when the system is idle. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] igpu Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to enable the igpu Multi-Monitor. For LucidLogix Virtu MVP function support, set this item to [Enabled] to empower both integrated and discrete graphics. The igpu shared system memory size will be fixed at 64MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DMI Configuration Allows you to control various DMI functions. DMI Gen 2 [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable DMI Gen 2. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] NB PCIe Configuration Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings. PCIEX16_1 Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to configure the PCIEX16_1 speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] DMI Link ASPM Control [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the control of Active State Power Management on SA side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PEG - ASPM [Disabled] Allows you to control ASPM support for the PEG Device. The setting takes no effect if PEG is not the active device at present. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] Memory Configuration Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Memory Scrambler support. Memory Remap [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable remapping the memory above 4GB. [Enabled] Enables the function. [Disabled] Disables this function AMT Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the Intel Active Management Technology (AMT) feature. Intel AMT [Enabled] Allow you to enable or disable the Intel Active Management Technology (AMT) in the BIOS extension. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-30 Chapter 2: Getting started

69 iamt H/W is always enabled. This option just controls the BIOS extension execution. If enabled, this requires additional firmware in the SPI device. The following two items become configurable only when you set the Intel AMT item to [Enabled]. BIOS Hotkey Pressed [Disabled] This item become configurable only when the previous item is set to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable this function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Un-Configure ME [Disabled] Sets this item to [Disabled] to unconfigure AMT/ME without using a password or set it to [Enabled] to use a password. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Auto] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Intel xhci Mode [Smart Auto] [Auto] [Smart Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Keeps the last operation of xhci controller in OS during bootup. Enables the operation of xhci controller. Enables the function. Disables the function. EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand off feature. Disables the function. USB Single Port Control USB3_1/2/5/E2/E3/E4 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable an individual USB port. Refer to the section Motherboard layout in this user manual for the locations of the USB ports. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]. ASUS VANGUARD B

70 USB3, 4, 9~14 [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable an individual USB port. Refer to the section Motherboard layout in this user manual for the locations of the USB ports. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the Platform Misc. PCI Express Native Power Management [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable PCIE express native power management. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Native ASPM [Disabled] The item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable ASPM. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the HD Audio Device. Disables the HD Audio Device. The following item appears only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled]. Front Panel Type [HD Audio] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC 97 or highdefinition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD Audio] [AC97] SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] [HDMI] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC 97 Sets to an SPDIF audio output. Sets to an HDMI audio output. Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller. Disables the controller. Realtek PXE Option ROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the PXE Option ROM of the Realtek LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port Configuration The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the serial port configuration Chapter 2: Getting started

71 Serial Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] This item appears only when you set the Serial Port to [Enabled] and allows you to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] APM ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] [Power Off] [Last State] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. Sets the Space Bar on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. Sets Power key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. Enables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By PCI-E/PCI [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the PCI-E/PCI devices to generate a wake-on-lan feature of the Intel /Realtek LAN device. Enables the PCI-E/PCI devices to generate a wake-on-lan feature of the Intel /Realtek LAN device. Power On By Ring [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables Ring to generate a wake event. Enables Ring to generate a wake event. Disables RTC to generate a wake event. When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/ Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. ASUS VANGUARD B

72 Network Stack Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following two items appear only when you set the previous item to [Enabled]. Ipv4 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enabled] Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv6 PXE Boot support. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enabled] 2.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other items CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºc/xxxºf] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperature Chapter 2: Getting started

73 2.7.2 CPU / Chassis Fan1/2/3/4 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU / chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed CPU Core 0/1/2/3 Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. Enables the CPU Q-Fan control for 4-pin CPU fan. [Advance Mode] Select this mode for the DC mode Q-Fan control when a 3-pin CPU fan is installed. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [100RPM] [200RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] CPU Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature [70] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 20ºC to 75ºC. CPU Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle. CPU Lower Temperature [20] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. ASUS VANGUARD B

74 CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the lower limit, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables the Chassis fan 1/2/3/4 Q-Fan control feature. Enables the Chassis fan 1/2/3/4 Q-Fan control feature. Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Fan Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan 1/2/3/4. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Upper Temperature [70] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the Chassis temperature. The values range from 40ºC to 75ºC. Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan 1/2/3/4 duty cycle. The values range from 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit, the chassis fan 1/2/3/4 will operate at the maximum duty cycle. Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature. CHASSIS Fan 1/2/3/4 Min. Duty Cycle(%) [60] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range from 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-36 Chapter 2: Getting started

75 2.7.7 Chassis Intrusion Detection Support [Enabled] Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to the chassis instrusion connector. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable sends high-level signal to the connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options Fast Boot [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Select to accelerate the boot speed. Select to go back to normal boot. The following four items appear when you set Fast Boot to [Enabled]. SATA Support [All Devices] [All Devices] [Hard Drive Only] [Boot Drive Only] All devices connected to SATA ports will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time. Only hard drives connected to SATA ports will be detected during POST. Any hardware change will disable fast boot. Only boot drive connected to SATA ports will be detected during POST. Any hardware change will disable fast boot. ASUS VANGUARD B

76 USB Support [Partial Initialization] [Disabled] [Full Initialization] [Partial Initialization] PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto] All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up for a fastest POST time. All USB devices will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time. For a faster POST time, only the USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will be detected. Select any of these settings when PS/2 keyboard and mouse are installed. These settings only apply when Fast Boot is enabled. [Auto] For a faster POST time, PS/2 devices will only be available when the system boots up or rebooted when the PS/2 devices have not been reconnected or changed. If you disconnect or change PS/2 devices before restarting the system, PS/2 devices will not be available and BIOS setup program will not be accessible via PS/2 devices. [Full Initialization] For full system control, PS/2 devices will be available during POST at any circumstances. This process will extend POST time. [Disabled] For the fastest POST time, all PS/2 devices will not be available until your computer enters the operating system. Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST. [Enabled] Select to load the network stack driver during POST. Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after AC power loss HW Fast Boot [Disabled] Allows the system to enable or disable the HW Fast Boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Boot Logo Display [Auto] [Auto] Adjust automatically for Windows requrement. [Full Screen] Maximize the boot logo size. [Disabled] Hide the logo during POST. POST Delay Time [3 sec] This item appears only when you set Boot Logo Display to [Auto] or [Full Screen]. This item allows you to select the desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup. You can only execute the POST delay time during Normal Boot. Configuration options: [1 sec] ~ [10 sec] [Until Press ESC]. This feature will only work under normal boot Chapter 2: Getting started

77 Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when you set Boot Logo Display to [Disabled]. This item allows you to select a desired post report waiting time. The values range from 1 to 10 seconds Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off] Wait for F1 If Error [Enabled] When this item is set to [Enabled], the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. [Disabled] Disables this function Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. [EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Launch CSM [Enabled] [Auto] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add-on devices. [Enabled] [Disabled] For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-uefi driver add-on devices or the Windows UEFI mode. Disable the CSM to fully support the Windows Security Update and Security Boot. The following four items appear when you set Launch CSM to [Enabled]. ASUS VANGUARD B

78 Boot Devices Control [UEFI and L...] Allows you to select the type of devices that you want to boot up. Configuration options: [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] [Legacy OPROM only] [UEFI only] Boot from Network Devices [Legacy OPR...] Allows you to select the type of network devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from Storage Devices [Legacy OPR...] Allows you to select the type of storage devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Both, Legacy OPROM first] [Both, UEFI first] [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices [Legacy OPR...] Allows you to select the type of PCI-E/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] Secure Boot Allows you to configure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. OS Type [Windows UE...] Allows you to select your installed operating system. [Windows UEFI mode] Executes the Microsoft Secure Boot check. Only select this option when booting on Windows UEFI mode or other Microsoft Secure Boot compliant OS. [Other OS] Get the optimized function when booting on Windows non-uefi mode, Windows Vista/XP, or other Microsoft Secure Boot non-compliant OS. Only on Windows UEFI mode that Microsoft Secure Boot can function properly. The following item appears when OS Type is set to [Windows UEFI mode]. Key Management This item appears only when you set OS Type to [Windows UEFI mode]. It allows you to manage the Secure Boot keys. Install Default Secure Boot keys Allows you to immediately load the default Security Boot keys, Platform key (PK), Key-exchange Key (KEK), Signature database (db), and Revoked Signatures (dbx). When the default Secure boot keys are loaded, the PK state will change from Unloaded mode to loaded mode. Clear Secure Boot keys This item appears only when you load the default Secure Boot keys. This item allows you to clear all default Secure Boot keys. Save Secure Boot Keys Allows you to save the PK (Platform Keys) to a USB storage device Chapter 2: Getting started

79 PK Management The Platform Key (PK) locks and secures the firmware from any non-permissible changes. The system verifies the PK before your system enters the OS. Delete PK Allows you to delete the PK from your system. Once the PK is deleted, all the system s Secure Boot keys will not be active. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load PK from File Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx). Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK). Delete the KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load KEK from File Allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device. Append KEK from file Allows you to load the additional KEK from a storage device for an additional db and dbx loaded management. The KEK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. DB Management The db (Authorized Signature database) lists the signers or images of UEFI applications, operating system loaders, and UEFI drivers that you can load on the single computer. Delete the db Allows you to delete the db file from your system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load db from File Allows you to load the downloaded db from a USB storage device. Append db from file Allows you to load the additional db from a storage device so that more images can be loaded securely. The DB file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS VANGUARD B

80 DBX Management The dbx (Revoked Signature database) lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot be loaded. Delete the dbx Allows you to delete the DBX file from your system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load dbx from File Allows you to load the downloaded DBX from a USB storage device. Append dbx from file Allows you to load the additional DBX from a storage device so that more db s images cannot be loaded. The DBX file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: Press <F5> when ASUS Logo appears. Press <F8> after POST Hard Drive BBS Priorities Allows you to set the order of the legacy devices in this group Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appear on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device Chapter 2: Getting started

81 2.9 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section ASUS EZ Flash ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Profile Name Allows you to key in a profile name. Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a profile number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Yes. Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile number that saved your CMOS settings, press <Enter>, and then select Yes. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Load/Save CMOS Profile from/to USB Drive Allows you to load/save CMOS profile from/to USB drive ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot # [Slot 1] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot. Configuration options: [Slot 1] [Slot 2] [Slot 3] [Slot 4] ASUS VANGUARD B

82 2.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to load the default values. Save Changes & Reset Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved. When you select this option or if you press <F10>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to save changes and exit. Discard Changes & Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available devices that have a filesystem Chapter 2: Getting started

83 Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/tv technician for help. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment. IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cut appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l appareil. VANGUARD B85 A-1

84 Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement KC: Korea Warning Statement REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to for detailed recycling information in different regions. A-2 Appendices

85 ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan Telephone Fax Web site Technical Support Telephone Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone Fax Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str , D Ratingen, Germany Fax Web site Online contact Technical Support Telephone * Support Fax Online support support.asus.com * EUR 0.14/minute from a German fixed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile phone. Manufacturer: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Address: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. Authorised representative in Europe: Address: ASUS Computer GmbH HARKORT STR , RATINGEN, GERMANY VANGUARD B85 A-3

86 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section (a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA Phone/Fax No: (510) /(510) hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : VANGUARD B85 Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Representative Person s Name : Steve Chang / President Signature : Date : Aug. 07, 2013 Ver EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address, City: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR , RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : VANGUARD B85 conform with the essential requirements of the following directives: 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive EN 55022:2010 EN :2006+A2:2009 EN 55013:2001+A1:2003+A2: /5/EC-R &TTE Directive EN V1.7.1( ) EN V1.6.1( ) EN V1.4.1( ) EN V9.0.2( ) EN V5.2.1( ) EN V5.2.1( ) EN V1.6.1( ) EN V1.1.1( ) EN V1.1.1( ) EN 50360:2001 EN 62479:2010 EN 50385:2002 EN 62311:2008 EN 55024:2010 EN :2008 EN 55020:2007+A11:2011 EN V1.9.2( ) EN V1.4.1( ) EN V1.4.1( ) EN V1.3.1( ) EN V1.4.1( ) EN V2.1.1( ) EN V1.5.1( ) EN V1.2.2( ) EN V1.3.1( ) EN V1.4.1( ) EN V1.1.1( ) EN V1.1.1( ) 2006/95/EC-LVD Directive EN / A12:2011 EN 60065:2002 / A12: /125/EC-ErP Directive Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008 Regulation (EC) No. 278/2009 Regulation (EC) No. 642/ /65/EU-RoHS Directive Ver CE marking (EC conformity marking) Position : CEO Name : Jerry Shen Declaration Date: 07/08/2013 Year to begin affixing CE marking:2013 Signature : A-4 Appendices